Eaton B-Line series open frame racks, Steel, Silver powder coat, 12-24 panel mounting holes, 77 mounting spaces, Top angle style, Seiemic zone 4, network bay closed duct rack, 11 gauge
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL Listed
- Material Details:
- 11 gauge
- Mounting Rails:
- 12-24 panel mounting holes
- Product Height:
- 96 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 39.4375 in
- Product Weight:
- 109 lb
- Product Width:
- 19 in
- Special Features:
- 77 mounting spaces
- Surface Finish:
- Silver powder coat
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Racks & Frames
- Product Subgroup:
- Racks
- Product Type:
- Seiemic zone 4, network bay closed duct rack
- Product Details:
- Seiemic zone 4, network bay closed duct rack
- Product Style:
- Top angle
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE SB506096XUSL – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How many rack units does the Eaton B-Line SB506096XUSL open frame rack give me?
The SB506096XUSL is a 96 inch tall rack with 77 mounting spaces, so you get 77 usable rack units of panel space in a single bay. Plan your switch, patch panel and PDU stack against that number rather than against the overall height, since the frame height includes the top angle structure.
2) Will 19 inch rack mount network gear fit this B-Line open rack, and what hardware thread does it use?
Yes for standard 19 inch EIA equipment. The rack is 19 inches wide with 12-24 panel mounting holes, so you need 12-24 rack screws and cage-free tapped mounting, not 10-32 screws and not M6 cage nuts. If your existing hardware stock is 10-32, order 12-24 screws with the rack.
3) Is this B-Line rack rated for a seismic zone 4 installation?
It is built as a seismic zone 4 network bay closed duct rack, in 11 gauge steel. Anchoring still has to follow the engineer's detail for the slab and the overhead bracing on your drawing, but the frame itself is the seismic-rated version rather than a standard open frame.
4) How much floor space do I need for this 96 inch B-Line network bay rack?
Footprint works out from 19 inches wide by 39.4375 inches deep, at 96 inches tall. Allow front and rear working clearance on top of that depth for your electrical code and for pulling gear. The frame weighs 109 lb bare, so confirm the floor loading once populated.
5) Is this rack UL Listed for a data room spec?
Yes, the Eaton B-Line SB506096XUSL carries a UL Listed certification, which is usually what a submittal for a telecom or data room needs on the rack line item.
6) Should I use an open frame rack like this or a fully enclosed cabinet?
An open frame two-post style bay like this suits patch fields, switches and cross-connects where techs need all-round access and where the room itself is secured. Go to an enclosed cabinet instead when you need locked access per rack, dust control, or ducted airflow at the cabinet level. This one is a seismic zone 4 network bay closed duct rack, so it is aimed at telecom bays rather than secured single-tenant cabinets.
7) Will this rack match the finish of existing B-Line bays already in my telecom room?
The frame is steel with a silver powder coat finish, which is the common B-Line open rack finish. If your existing bays are black, this one will not match visually, though it will line up mechanically as a 19 inch, 12-24 tapped bay.
8) What is the top angle style on this B-Line rack for?
Top angle refers to the angle member across the head of the frame, which is what you land overhead cable runway, ladder rack and seismic bracing on. If your design ties the bay to overhead runway or to a seismic brace at the ceiling, that top angle is the attachment point you are working to.
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Absolutely. The B-LINE SB506096XUSL is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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